August 17, 2026 — Itogon Acting Fire Marshal FINSP JULIUS T WANAWAN presented on Monday a Plaque of Recognition from the Bureau of Fire Protection–Cordillera Administrative Region (BFP-CAR) to Mayor Bernard S. Waclin in recognition of the local government’s support and commitment to fire protection services.
The recognition was conferred on August 13, 2026, during the BFP-CAR’s 35th Anniversary celebration held in Baguio City.
According to FINSP Wanawan, the recognition honors Mayor Waclin’s support and commitment to strengthening fire protection services in the municipality.
The plaque, signed by BFP-CAR Regional Director FCSUPT LEONIDA V GUMANAB-ROSALES, DSC, cited two key initiatives of the Local Government Unit of Itogon under Mayor Waclin’s leadership.
These include the facilitation of the establishment of the Barangay Tuding Fire Sub-Station, which has significantly expanded access to fire protection services, enhanced operational readiness, and strengthened the BFP’s capacity to provide timely and effective emergency response to the people of Itogon.
The recognition also cited the provision of a Mitsubishi Triton pickup truck to BFP-Itogon, which has improved the mobility, operational efficiency, and response capability of its personnel in carrying out their vital mission.
Mayor Waclin assured continued efforts to strengthen local fire protection and emergency response capabilities in partnership with the BFP-Itogon.
